Description
Add color, flavor, and nutrition to your plate with this quick and easy sautéed zucchini, mushrooms, and bell peppers recipe. Infused with garlic, butter, dried basil, and Parmesan cheese, this dish delivers a perfect blend of savory and fresh flavors. Ideal as a side dish or a standalone meal, it’s a versatile recipe you’ll make over and over again.
Ingredients
- 500g zucchini, sliced
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 350g mushrooms, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 20g butter
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried tomatoes, crushed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 30g Parmesan cheese, grated
- Fresh dill, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the zucchini into thin rounds, mushrooms into slices, and dice the bell pepper into small cubes. Mince the garlic.
- Sauté the Zucchini: Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the zucchini slices in a single layer and sauté until tender and golden. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Mushrooms and Bell Peppers: In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Sauté the mushrooms until caramelized and their juices are released. Add the diced bell pepper and sauté until tender.
- Combine and Season: Lower the heat and return the zucchini to the pan. Add minced garlic, butter, dried basil, and crushed dried tomatoes. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes to combine flavors.
- Add Soy Sauce and Parmesan: Drizzle soy sauce over the veggies, season with salt and pepper to taste, and sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top. Stir until the cheese melts and everything is evenly coated.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pan from heat. Garnish with freshly chopped dill and serve warm.
Notes
- Vegan Option: Use plant-based butter and skip the Parmesan cheese, or substitute it with nutritional yeast.
- Add Spice: For a spicy kick, sprinkle red chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan to retain texture.
- Versatility: This dish works great as a side dish or can be served over pasta, rice, or quinoa for a filling main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion